There are many causes of water damage to homes and buildings, ranging from heavy rains, leaky roofs, broken pipes, failure hot water heaters, sewage back-ups and more.
It’s Not ‘Just the Carpet’
Many water damage pros have been called by good people just like you who need help “just sucking up the water from the carpet.”
This can be water from an overflowing sink, toilet, maybe a washing machine that got a little ambitious during the spin cycle… or it could be from something more serious, like a broken water pipe or roof damage from a storm.
No matter what, some homeowners only see and think about the squishy carpet and don’t know about all those other areas in the home where water has affected it.
That kind of thinking can get you into a lot of trouble.
The Risk Of DIY Water Damage Cleanup
If you have water damage within your home, your first instinct may be to go on to Google and find the quickest, easiest and cheapest way to clean it up yourself. With the internet at our fingertips, it seems that we can find “answers” to our problems within seconds. Although we may find these “answers,” it doesn’t necessarily mean they are correct, that they even work, or are the best option for you.
Six Common Water Damage Causes
The last thing anyone wants is to have to deal with a water damage catastrophe at their home or business. Here at Regency DRT, we have compiled a list of six different common causes for water damage. Through understanding some common water damage causes, you can know what to watch for at your home or business.
Dealing With Water Damage As A Landlord
Investing in real estate can be an adventure. Sometimes the adventure is filled with success and dividends and sometimes the adventure is filled with trials and tribulations. Having water damage is never a fun experience, and when one of your West Palm Beach rental properties needs water damage repair, it can be very stressful. Here are some tips for dealing with water damage repair as a landlord.
Different Types of Water
We all have those unwanted surprises in our lives. Water damage is one of them. When experiencing the unexpected trauma of having your Indian River property flooded and your valuables damaged, it might be smart to familiarize yourself with the different water types that you could be swimming in. Some water types can pose a serious threat to your health and safety. We at Regency DRT are experts in properly handling water damage and want to ensure your family and pets are safe from harm.
These Are Dangerous Waters
DID YOU KNOW that even a little bit of water in the wrong place can be downright dangerous?
Houston Winter Storm & Pipe Bursts
Houston Winter Storm & Pipe Bursts
When Regency DRT arrived in Houston this morning the temperature dropped in Southeast Texas into near-historic levels, causing thousands of reported pipe bursts in Houston alone. Not only that but it left millions of homes and businesses without power creating a better environment for pipes to freeze.
With an average yearly snowfall of 63 inches and temperatures reaching -25 to -30 Fahrenheit, our Michigan location is no stranger to this type of damage.
Toilet Tank Leaks, What You Need To Know!
According to the American Water Works Association (AWWA), toilets are responsible for approximately 27 percent of the water used in homes on a daily basis. The amount of water used by toilets is only increased when there is a leak. A leaking toilet tank can result in an incredible loss of water every minute it has not been stopped. It oftentimes goes undetected until a leak test has been conducted.
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Water Damaged Electronics
It’s a terrible sinking feeling (pun intended) you get when you drop your iPhone, iPad or Android “” or other expensive hand-held electronic device “” into water, such as a sink, bathtub or (gross) toilet.